Director, Hospital Lab; Pathology

Director, Hospital Lab (Anatomic Pathology)

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This position provides leadership and directs the training, development and supervision of Anatomic Pathology laboratory personnel; plans and schedules the activities of the laboratory; assumes responsibility for the proper application of policies and procedures; and operates the laboratory on a cost‑effective basis. The incumbent is accountable for the accuracy and reliability of all services provided by the laboratories under his/her supervision.

This role supports the Anatomic Pathology department at Peace Health.

Location: Vancouver, WA

Internal Grade: 51

Pay Range: $125,000 – $160,000 per year. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive an annual performance bonus compensation.

• Medical/Prescription Drugs
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Supplemental Health Plans
• 401(k) Plan – Company match dollar‑for‑dollar up to 5%
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Dependent Life Insurance
• Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability buy‑up
• Blueprint for Wellness
• Emotional Well‑Being Resources
• Educational Assistance
• Paid time off / Health Time
• Variable Compensation Plans
• Sales Incentive Plans

• Ensures that all testing performed under his/her supervision is according to established, approved procedures and quality control policies.
• Performs management tasks, in partnership with applicable centers of excellence, such as hiring, termination, or recommendations regarding personnel.
• Plans work schedules and assigns work based on availability of personnel and workload, ensuring continuous operations and productivity.
• Evaluates employee performance, recommends appropriate pay increases, handles grievances, and manages work group performance.
• Coaches and counsels staff to support their professional development.
• Anticipates departmental needs to establish short and long‑range goals, provides direction to employees, and measures compliance in collaboration with administration.
• Prepares written monthly reports of all laboratory activities and submits them to the Director.
• Establishes necessary budgetary controls and maintains costs within budgeting constraints.
• Supports and complies with all Peace Health, Quest Diagnostics, and Hospital policies and procedures, ensuring employee compliance.
• Makes recommendations for the purchase of capital equipment.
• Participates in the hospital’s performance improvement process to continuously improve the quality of patient care.
• Investigates and resolves problems; informs Director of all major problems.
• Maintains and retains all documents needed for federal/state inspections; ensures successful inspections and initiates timely remedial action as appropriate.
• Ensures the laboratory maintains certification in all testing areas and retains its license.
• Executes Safety and Infectious Control Procedures to ensure safety of patient, staff, and visitors.
• Promotes mutual respect and professionalism throughout the company and hospital.
• Ensures that client inquiries and problems are handled professionally and expeditiously.
• Other duties as assigned; this is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities.

Required

Work Experience:

A proven performance record managing a hospital laboratory within an Anatomic Pathology department, with at least 5 years of management experience.

Preferred

Work Experience:

Experience in a College of American Pathologists (CAP) accredited laboratory is preferred.

Sitting, standing, walking, and able to operate a motor vehicle.

• Detailed knowledge of laboratory operations.
• Detailed knowledge of and ability to develop laboratory CQI, Quality Management programs.
• Detailed knowledge of hospital financial operations as it relates to functioning of clinical laboratories.
• Detailed understanding of laboratory and hospital information systems, implementation plans, and interfaces.

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